Needle Little Inspiration Issue No. 12 October


October 2025

NEEDLE little INSPIRATION?

ALL THINGS HOME & QUILTING

"October, crisp, misty, golden October, when the light is sweet and heavy." Angela Carter

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Send me a quilt in October and receive free return shipping within the U.S.

Fine Print: Quilt must be received by October 31st, 2025. Allow 2 weeks to be quilted and shipped back to you. A quilt request form must be filled out.

The wait is almost over-Funky Pinwheel Templates are back, brighter and better than ever!

I’ve been teasing it for weeks—Funky Pinwheel Templates are coming back, brighter and better than ever!

These templates are perfect for both beginners and seasoned quilters, making quick and easy quilt projects a breeze. With several patterns to choose from (and a free table runner pattern included), you’ll have endless ways to play with these simple yet oh so fun templates.

Newsletter subscribers will be the first to know when they’re available. Quantities will be limited at first. If they sell out, don’t worry—more will be listed in October and November.

Apple Crisp Pizza Recipe

One of my favorite recipes for fall. Apple Crisp Pizza. It's oh so good! I make my own pie crust, but you could totally use a premade crust from the grocery store like the Pillsbury kind.

A Little Quilt Treat from Taunja at Carried Away Quilting

Looking for some fun fall projects? Taunja over at Carried Away Quilting designs the sweetest patterns—perfect for cozy stitching and autumn decorating. I’m sharing a couple of my favorites here! And the best part? Taunja is offering Needle Little Inspiration subscribers a 15% discount on all her patterns for the month of October. Just enter code PLEASANT15 at checkout.

My new favorite shoe!

These clogs are incredibly comfortable, with just the right amount of arch support and cushioning—perfect for keeping my feet a little warmer this season. With over 15 colors and materials to choose from, I can’t decide what to get next… another color, or maybe even a corduroy pair?

Grateful for You - A Gift Book

"There's a richness to life only friendship can bring...maybe that is the secret to everything."

One of my all-time favorite gift books—perfect for celebrating a friend who tops your gratitude list this fall. It makes a thoughtful Thanksgiving host gift, a sweet token of appreciation, or a simple way to let someone special know just how grateful you are for them

Inspiration for Quilters

I’m continually inspired by Taryn! I first discovered her @reproquiltlover during the Tiny Nine Challenge and have been following along ever since. Right now, I’m especially loving her post about that sweet little stack of mini quilts. If you haven’t already, grab your favorite cuppa, get cozy, and take a scroll through her feed—you’ll be so glad you did!

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves - fall comfort food at its best

Do you love meatloaf? It’s one of my favorites—especially the leftover sandwiches! To me, meatloaf is the ultimate fall comfort food, and this recipe is oh-so good. (about row 36 on her IG feed) I also spotted this Spinach Mushroom Smothered Chicken recipe that’s calling my name. You can find both (and so many other delicious looking recipes) over at @nana_dees_recipes.

Petey the Seeing Eye Donkey

Petey is a 2-year-old seeing eye donkey for Luna, a blind horse, and honestly their friendship is the sweetest thing. It's just pure comfort to watch. Their IG is such a feel-good follow—it’ll make your heart happy every time.

Under the Oaks

I had the pleasure of quilting this oh so fun fall quilt for Kelli. The pattern is Under the Oaks by Heather Peterson. We chose the panto Harvest Winds (which is a new favorite of mine). Fabrics are some from the collection Autumn Afternoon by Heather Peterson, and some fabrics from Kelli's stash. You can see more pics of the quilt on my Instagram.

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